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Portuguese man o’ war wash ashore at Patong
Portuguese man o’ war wash ashore at Patong
Wednesday 17 September 2025 01:22 PM
PHUKET: Lifeguards at Patong Beach have issued a public warning after several Portuguese man o’ war jellyfish, also known as bluebottles, were found washed ashore along the popular tourist beach.
Seaplane port to open in Trang
Seaplane port to open in Trang
Tuesday 16 September 2025 11:18 AM
BANGKOK; The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand plans to open a seaplane port in the southern province of Trang later this year.
Festival celebrates iconic seven-coloured lobster
Festival celebrates iconic seven-coloured lobster
Monday 8 September 2025 10:03 AM
PHUKET: Phuket celebrated its renowned marine icon, the seven-coloured lobster, with a three-day festival over the weekend showcasing local seafood, culture and community pride.
More whales, dolphins to get protected status
More whales, dolphins to get protected status
Saturday 6 September 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Whales and dolphins spotted in local waters will now be fully protected after the Cabinet approved adding three marine mammals to Thailand’s protected wildlife list.
Navy intercepts suspicious vessel off Phuket
Navy intercepts suspicious vessel off Phuket
Monday 1 September 2025 10:30 AM
PHUKET: The Royal Thai Navy deployed HTMS Hua Hin on Saturday (Aug 30) to intercept a foreign-flagged vessel seen behaving suspiciously in Thai waters west of Phuket.
Chinese boy, 8, drowns on Phi Phi tour
Chinese boy, 8, drowns on Phi Phi tour
Sunday 24 August 2025 11:45 AM
PHUKET: An 8-year-old Chinese tourist drowned while swimming off Phi Phi Island yesterday afternoon (Aug 23), after entering the water without a life jacket.
American tourist found dead on Patong Beach
American tourist found dead on Patong Beach
Friday 22 August 2025 04:02 PM
PHUKET: Police are investigating the death of an American tourist whose body was found washed ashore on Patong Beach this afternoon (Aug 22).
Nine rescued after fishing boat sinks off Racha Yai
Nine rescued after fishing boat sinks off Racha Yai
Wednesday 13 August 2025 09:10 AM
PHUKET: Nine fishermen were rescued after their vessel capsized in rough seas off Koh Racha Yai yesterday afternoon (Aug 12).
Police probe death of unidentified man at Kalim Beach
Police probe death of unidentified man at Kalim Beach
Monday 11 August 2025 09:30 AM
PHUKET: Police are investigating the death of an unidentified man who drowned at Kalim Beach on Saturday (Aug 9).
Half a million aquatic animals released in honour of Queen Mother’s birthday
Half a million aquatic animals released in honour of Queen Mother’s birthday
Saturday 9 August 2025 11:30 AM
PHUKET: Wichit Municipality, together with the Phuket Provincial Fisheries Office, has released 500,000 aquatic animals into the sea to mark the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother this coming Tuesday (Aug 12).
Canadian girl, 10, drowns at Kata Beach
Canadian girl, 10, drowns at Kata Beach
Friday 8 August 2025 10:08 AM
PHUKET: A 10-year-old Canadian girl has drowned after being swept away by strong waves at Kata Beach yesterday evening (Aug 7) while swimming with her family.
Three fishermen rescued after two days adrift
Three fishermen rescued after two days adrift
Monday 4 August 2025 08:50 AM
PHUKET: Three fishermen stranded at sea for two days after their boat suffered engine failure were safely rescued by the Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre Region 3 branch (Thai MECC 3) yesterday (Aug 3).
Phuket fishing boats face human trafficking checks
Phuket fishing boats face human trafficking checks
Sunday 3 August 2025 10:00 AM
PHUKET: A coordinated inspection of fishing vessels off the coast of Phuket has revealed no evidence of forced labour or human trafficking, officials have reported, in a move seen as a positive step towards enhancing Thailand’s labour rights image in the marine sector.
Body of missing jet-ski operator found at Koh Naka Yai
Body of missing jet-ski operator found at Koh Naka Yai
Tuesday 29 July 2025 05:48 PM
PHUKET: The body of a 22-year-old jet-ski operator who went missing off Koh Naka Yai on Sunday evening (July 27) was found this afternoon (July 29) among mangroves along the island’s shoreline.
Search continues for missing jet-ski operator
Search continues for missing jet-ski operator
Tuesday 29 July 2025 01:12 PM
PHUKET: Efforts remain underway to locate a 22-years-old jet-ski operator who went missing after falling into the sea off Naka Yai Island on Sunday evening (July 27).
Body of missing Saudi tourist found near Layan Beach
Body of missing Saudi tourist found near Layan Beach
Monday 28 July 2025 09:22 AM
PHUKET: The body of a 22-year-old Saudi tourist who went missing while swimming at Bang Tao Beach on Saturday (July 26) has been recovered after washing ashore this morning (July 28) near Layan Beach in Cherng Talay.
Phuket trailblazer Daren Jenner appointed global marine safety role
Phuket trailblazer Daren Jenner appointed global marine safety role
Friday 25 July 2025 01:21 PM
PHUKET: Daren Jenner, long-time advocate for marine safety in Thailand and Hawaii, has been appointed International Marine Safety Commissioner by the International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA) ‒ the highest officer rank within the world’s leading lifesaving development organisation.
Five rescued as fishing boat breaks down amid storm
Five rescued as fishing boat breaks down amid storm
Monday 21 July 2025 10:14 AM
PHUKET: Five people were safely rescued after a longtail fishing boat suffered engine failure and drifted off the coast of Phuket in rough sea conditions yesterday (July 20). None of the people on board were wearing life jackets at the time of the incident.
Jellyfish, Portuguese man o’ war warning at Kata Noi
Jellyfish, Portuguese man o’ war warning at Kata Noi
Wednesday 16 July 2025 06:14 PM
PHUKET: Marine life officials have issued a warning after several venomous marine creatures, including Portuguese man o’ war (also called ‘bluebottles’) were found washed up along Kata Noi Beach.
158 blacktip reef sharks spotted in Maya Bay
158 blacktip reef sharks spotted in Maya Bay
Tuesday 15 July 2025 10:11 AM
BANGKOK: Thai marine researchers have reported a remarkable sighting of 158 blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus) in Maya Bay, part of Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park

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